"Clinical Research Assistant- Pulmonary"

Position Summary / Department Overview

The Pulmonary Research Group at Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) to join our nationally recognized clinical trials team. As one of the largest pediatric pulmonary research programs in the country, we lead innovative efforts in cystic fibrosis (CF), asthma and other respiratory diseases, providing early access to cutting-edge treatments and testing novel interventions to improve patient outcomes.

The CRA will work under the direct supervision of the Clinical Research Manager and collaborate with Principal Investigators (PIs), Research Nurses, other clinical research team members, research participants, sponsors, and internal hospital departments to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials. This role is integral to maintaining the quality and integrity of our research program.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in daily activities and operations of clinical research studies.
• Follow established clinical study standards and procedures to plan and conduct clinical research studies.
• Responsible for conducting data collection activities.
• Maintain open communication with team members to ensure proper study implementation and progress.
• Collect and process biological samples (e.g., blood, urine, sputum, stool).
• Inventory and supply management
• Administer and score questionnaires; perform study procedures such as vital signs, sweat testing, ECGs, and spirometry.
• Maintain accurate and complete study documentation, including case report forms (CRFs), regulatory binders, and source documents.
• Assist with IRB submissions, protocol amendments, and regulatory correspondence.
• Support data entry, quality control, and resolution of data queries.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preliminary knowledge of clinical trials research and lab procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Professionalism and respect for research participants and their rights.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:

Basic understanding of clinical research preferred.